Passholder Opportunities

2023 Free Passholder Programs

Reminder: You MUST be logged into your Passholder account to register for discounted or free programs. Questions? Call 216.862.8803 x7717.

Alongside exploring the Aquarium, Members receive a special treat in the form of milk, cookies and a commemorative digital photo when they sign up for Passholder-exclusive Thursday sessions. Document this special occasion with the jolly old elf himself.

Cost: $5 for Passholders; FREE under age 2
Duration: 2.5 hours
Date: Thursday, December 14 & Thursday, December 21, 5-7:30pm

It’s easy for humans to put on more layers or go inside to stay warm in the winter, but how have our aquatic friends evolved to handle the cold? Animals cannot seek out the same ways to thrive in winter as humans, but this virtual program will explore the ways in which animals have evolved to survive through frigid temperatures.

This program takes place online. Advance paid registration is required and Zoom link will be emailed prior to the program. Virtual events do not include aquarium admission. Participating parties are responsible for internet access.

Cost: FREE for Passholders ($10 per screen for all others) 
Duration: 30 minutes
Date: Monday, January 18 @ 4 – 4:30pm

Passholders can complete a craft and enjoy a little hot chocolate and cookies while experiencing the Aquarium before it opens to the public.

Cost: FREE for Passholders 
Duration: 2 hours
Date: Sunday, February 11, 8:30am

Passholders can take a sneak peek behind-the-scenes in freshwater, complete a craft with one of our team members, enjoy Storytime with one of our educators, get your complimentary photo from the photo booth or just enjoy the Greater Cleveland Aquarium in a more intimate setting.  Passholders must be logged into their account to secure their complimentary ticket.

Cost: FREE for Passholders 
Duration: 2 hours
Date: Sunday, March 3, 5pm

Musk turtles, minnows, poison dart frogs, moon jellies, garden eels, dwarf seahorses and shrimp … we’re ready to answer all your BIG questions about our smaller animal residents in real-time during this live, interactive online tour. This program takes place online. Advance registration is required and Zoom link will be emailed prior to the program. 

Cost: FREE for Passholders ($10 per screen for all others)
Duration: 30 minutes
Date: Thursday, April 4, 4 – 4:30pm

Join an Aquarium Educator for an Urban Bird Walk. We’ll find as many birds as possible and contribute to citizen science as we log the data in real-time using the eBird app. Compare bird species in the industrial flats to lakefront property at Metroparks’ Wendy Park. The Aquarium provides binoculars and a guide to common birds in the area. Please dress for the weather, this event takes place outside. Recommended for ages 8 and up. 

Cost: FREE for Passholders
Duration: up to 2 hours
Total Hiking Distance: 2.5 miles
Date: Wednesday, April 17 @ 10am – noon

Join an Aquarium Educator for an Urban Bird Walk. We’ll find as many birds as possible and contribute to citizen science as we log the data in real-time using the eBird app. Compare bird species in the industrial flats to lakefront property at Metroparks’ Wendy Park. The Aquarium provides binoculars and a guide to common birds in the area. Please dress for the weather, this event takes place outside. Recommended for ages 8 and up. 

Cost: FREE for Passholders
Duration: up to 2 hours
Total Hiking Distance: 2.5 miles
Date: Monday, August 12 @ 10am – noon